An international cybercrime operation coordinated by INTERPOL has dismantled more than 45,000 malicious IP addresses and servers linked to phishing, malware and ransomware activities, officials announced.
Law enforcement agencies from 72 countries and territories participated in Operation Synergia III, which ran from 18 July 2025 to 31 January 2026, resulting in the arrest of 94 people, while another 110 individuals remain under investigation.
During the operation, INTERPOL transformed threat data into actionable intelligence, facilitated cross‑border cooperation and provided operational support to member countries. Coordinated actions by national authorities included raids on key locations and disruption of cybercriminal infrastructure, leading to the seizure of 212 electronic devices and servers.
Preliminary findings from the investigations showed the wide range of cybercrime tactics being used, from fraudulent websites and phishing campaigns to credit card fraud and other scams, highlighting the sophistication and global reach of online criminal networks.
